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The role of water in gender equity, during the 65th edition of the Board Meeting of the Regional Gender Conference

11 Oct 2023 | Briefing note

During the 65th Meeting of the Regional Conference on Women in Latin America, the relevance of the connections between this conference and other ECLAC bodies was emphasized. The role of water in gender equity was highlighted, identifying four gaps and promoting specific investments, execution with a gender perspective and inclusive monitoring, in accordance with the Regional Action Agenda for Water.…

The Network and Observatory for Water Sustainability in Latin America and the Caribbean (ROSA) held its First Online Seminar titled: Sectoral Policy and Planning for Sanitation and Wastewater Treatment in LAC

29 Sep 2023 | Briefing note

With excellent attendance, on Friday, September 29th, the first virtual seminar of the ROSA network was held, composed of founding countries: Bolivia, Colombia, El Salvador, Panama, and the Dominican Republic. The seminar took place in synergy with the Conference of Ibero-American Water Directors (CODIA), the Cooperation Fund for Water and Sanitation (FCAS), and the Center for the Study and Experimentation of Public Works in Spain (CEDEX). The seminar was part of the Third Session of the Virtual Course Sectoral Policy and Planning for Sanitation and Wastewater Treatment, specifical…

Panama Becomes the First Country in Latin America and the Caribbean to Join the Water Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes.

24 Jul 2023 | Briefing note

Undeniably, Panama has taken a decisive step to support the sustainable use of transboundary water resources, becoming the first country in Latin America to adhere to the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (Water Convention) of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe - UNECE. Panama's adoption into this convention marks a regional milestone and underscores its leadership in environmental protection and the promotion of a sustainable economy.…

ECLAC Participates in the Training Session: "From Practitioner to Practitioner: How to Use the Two Global Water Conventions to Promote Cooperation in the Field"

3 Jul 2023 | Briefing note

Between July 3 and 4, Dr Silvia Saravia Matus, ECLAC's Economic Affairs Officer of the Water and Energy Unit, participated in a training session held at the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) headquarters in Geneva. The training session aimed to increase awareness and adherence to the Water Convention and the application of its principles, based on the benefits of cooperation from the Convention's 2022-2024 work program.…

ECLAC's Natural Resources Division Participates in the Regional Infrastructure Seminar 2023 in Argentina

7 Jun 2023 | Briefing note

The regional infrastructure seminar was held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on June 6-7. Experts, policy makers and relevant stakeholders met to discuss crucial issues such as the integration of suburban areas, achieving a sovereign and sustainable energy matrix, actions for a rational, integral and equitable management of water resources, and promoting regional integration and cooperation.…

Activities of the members of the Regional Expert Group on Water Resources in Latin America and the Caribbean between December 2022 and April 2023

12 May 2023 | Briefing note

The Regional Experts Group on Water Resources in Latin America and the Caribbean was created in the preparatory framework for the 2023 World Water Conference. Between December 2022 and April 2023, its members have promoted various activities that contribute to the acceleration of compliance with SDG 6. You can find expanded information on selected activities below:…

The ECLAC Water Team holds a master class on water governance in the Federal Training Program on Integrated Water Resources Management, organized by the Federal Investment Council of Argentina.

27 Apr 2023 | Briefing note

The Water and Energy Unit of the Natural Resources Division (NRD) of ECLAC participated in the module on key concepts for water management of the Federal Training Program, organized by the Federal Investment Council of Argentina (CFI), directed to professionals who work in the management of water resources at the provincial level.…

SDG 6 meeting at the 6th Forum of the Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean on Sustainable Development 2023

27 Apr 2023 | Briefing note

On Thursday, April 27th, the first meeting of the 6th forum on SDG 6 - Clean water and sanitation, took place. This meeting served as a space for reflection and exchange of experiences on issues related to water resource management. A variety of actors, both from the public and private sectors, had space to share their thoughts. Countries also shared their vision on SDG 6 and what is being done to reach the 2030 goals. Important topics such as drought, floods, water financing, and governance were highlighted throughout the session.…

The United Nations Regional Commissions got together to share the outcomes of the regional preparatory meetings and dialogues convened for the UN Water Conference

24 Mar 2023 | Briefing note

On the third day of the United Nations Water Conference 2023, ECLAC participated in the side event Accelerating the implementation of the Water Action Agenda , co-organized by the five United Nations Regional Commissions, for Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, West Asia and Africa.…

Review the details of the Network and Observatory for Water Sustainability session at the United Nations Water Conference

23 Mar 2023 | Briefing note

This week, ECLAC co-organized, together with the Ministry of Housing, City and Territory of Colombia, the side event Network and Observatory for Water Sustainability (ROSA): promoting the Regional Water Action Agenda for Latin America and the Caribbean”. This was presented during the United Nations Water Conference 2023, currently taking place in New York.…

ECLAC participates in the side event "Promotion of Water Security in the Central American Integration System (SICA), Central America and the Dominican Republic: challenges and opportunities" on the second day of the 2023 United Nations Water Conference.

23 Mar 2023 | Briefing note

Last Thursday, March 23rd, 2023, the Natural Resources Division participated in the side event organized by the Executive Secretariat of the Central American Commission for Environment and Development (CCAD), in New York, United States.…

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